Register for the Placement Test

Our Spring Semester Placement Test dates have been set. Current 8  ^th grade students who are interested in attending Trenton Catholic Academy Upper School for the 2017-2018 school year are required to take this test.
( Click here for the placement test flyer)
(Click for placement test application)
 

Open Houses 

Attend one of the Open Houses held throughout the year to learn first-hand about TCA. Come meet students, faculty and administrators, and gather information on curriculum, athletics, extracurricular activities, guidance and more. 
Next Open House : THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2017

 

Scheduled Tours 

We understand that parents’ schedules are busy. If you cannot get to a scheduled Open House, contact the Upper School Admissions Office at 609-586-3705, x119 or the Lower School at (609) 586-5888, x141. We will find a convenient time during the day or after-school hours to provide an individualized tour.
  

Be an Iron Mike for the Day!

Interested students are highly encouraged to spend a Shadow Day with a current TCA Student Ambassador. They will attend classes together, interact with teachers and other students, and gain exposure to other facets of daily life at TCA. For Lower School students please Call 609-586-5888, x141 or Upper School please call 609-586-3705 x119 and make convenient arrangements.

  

Tuition

Trenton Catholic Academy is a great value, with private school tuition rates that remain one of the most competitive in the area.

Lower School tuition for 2017-2018 is $4,400 for active Catholic/qualified; $5,800 for non Catholic/non-qualified.  A $250 Per Family non-refundable tuition deposit is due at registration. 

The Upper School tuition is $9,900, plus a $350 activity fee. A $250.00 non-refundable tuition deposit is due at registration. 


The registration fee for both Lower and Upper School is not applied to the tuition.

  

Admissions Process

Lower School

Becoming a TCA student follows this process. 
• Complete and submit the Registration Packet, including student report cards from the past two years and Standardized Test results (packets for incoming Pre-K students and multiple students here)
•Apply for Financial Aid https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4HJP0
Meet with the Lower School Director for Interview (grades 4-8)
• Receive Acceptance Letter 
• Register!
Remember that applying to TCA does not imply acceptance or enrollment

 

Upper School

When you’re ready to apply, just follow these steps.
• Complete the Admissions Forms, including records release and recommendations
• Take the Placement Test .The Placement Test is not a pass/fail situation. This assessment is used along with the student’s past academic performance to determine the student’s appropriate course level. (click for placement test application)
•Apply for Financial Aidhttps://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4HJP0
•Interview with a TCA Administrator 
• Receive Acceptance Letter - Remember that applying to TCA does not imply acceptance or enrollment.

Pleaae feel free to call the Admissions Office if you have any questions. 

 
Financial Aid

Incoming Freshmen:  Beginning November 1, 2016, freshmen applicants can apply online by going to https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4HJP0  Online applications are available in English and Spanish.  In order to be considered for tuition assistance for Round 1, applications and all required supporting documentation must be submitted to FACTS by DECEMBER 15, 2016.  The deadline for Round 2 is May 15, 2017. The application fee is $30 and must be paid online at the time the family submits their application.  Forms of payment include debit cards, most major credit cards or electronic check.

 
All other grades: Beginning in January 2017, applicants can apply online by going to   https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/4HJP0 . Online applications are available in English and Spanish.  In order to be considered for tuition assistance for Round 1, applications and all required supporting documentation must be submitted to FACTS by March 3, 2017.  The deadline for Round 2 is May 15, 2017. The application fee is $30 and must be paid online at the time the family submits their application.  Forms of payment include debit cards, most major credit cards or an electronic check.

      

Transportation

For students residing beyond 1.5 miles Lower School (K-5), 2.0 miles Lower School (6-8),  and 2.5 miles Upper School (9-12),  the Trenton School District and the Hamilton Township School Districts provide bus transportation.  Some families may be reimbursed by the local public school district in lieu of transportation.
 
TCA provides bus transportation for students in Ewing and East Windsor as well as for students in Trenton who do not meet the district mileage requirements. There is also a Burlington County bus that originates in Willingboro with stops en route to TCA.

Uniforms

Once you have registered it's time to get your uniform!  Our uniforms are provided by Flynn and O'Hara.  Gently worn uniforms are also available in a limited quantity in the Main Offices. Click here for our Flynn and O'Hara on-line store.